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About Karen B. Shields at a glance
Karen B. Shields is a Member based in Durham, North Carolina, practicing at Karen Bethea-Shields. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and civil rights. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1974). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1974) and East Carolina University (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Durham, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Ms. Karen B. Shields is a lawyer practicing criminal, civil rights, children and 1 other area of law
- Karen received a B.A. degree from East Carolina University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Karen practices at Karen Bethea-Shields in Durham, NC
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Karen B. Shields handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in North Carolina
Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Durham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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